NANA 2
Year of release: 2006
Genre: Romance, Drama, Music
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NANA 2 (2006)
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General
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Format : Matroska
File size : 12.7 GiB
Duration : 2 h 10 min
Overall bit rate mode : Variable
Overall bit rate : 13.8 Mb/s
Frame rate : 23.976 FPS
Encoded date : 2024-12-01 01:45:31 UTC
Writing application : mkvmerge v88.0 ('All I Know') 64-bit
Writing library : libebml v1.4.5 + libmatroska v1.7.1
Video
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Format : AVC (Advanced Video Codec)
Format profile : High@L4
Resolution : 1920 x 1040 (1.85:1)
Frame rate : 23.976 FPS
Bit rate : 13.6 Mb/s (Variable)
Maximum bit rate : 15.0 Mb/s
Bit depth : 8 bits
Color space : YUV
Chroma subsampling : 4:2:0
Scan type : Progressive
Color primaries : BT.709
Transfer characteristics : BT.709
Matrix coefficients : BT.709
Stream size : 12.5 GiB (98%)
Language : Japanese
Title : NANA 2 [2006]
Audio
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Format : Dolby Digital Plus (E-AC-3)
Channels : 2 (L R)
Sampling rate : 48.0 kHz
Bit rate : 224 kb/s (Constant)
Stream size : 210 MiB (2%)
Language : Japanese
Title : Japanese
Subtitles
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1. English - UTF-8 Plain Text (Default)
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Plot summary:
"NANA" follows the intertwining lives of two young women who share the same first name but have vastly different personalities. The story focuses on the complex relationship between Nana Osaki (played by Mika Nakashima), the vocalist of the rising punk band Black Stones (BLAST), and Nana "Hachi" Komatsu (played by Yui Ichikawa). As BLAST approaches their major label debut, the plot explores the complications that arise when Hachi becomes involved with Takumi, the leader of rival band Trapnest. This relationship creates tension, especially since another band member, Nobu, harbors feelings for Hachi. The situation becomes more complex when Hachi becomes pregnant, while simultaneously, Nana's relationship with her boyfriend Ren gets exposed to the media, threatening BLAST's debut. Despite these challenges, the story culminates with BLAST's debut performance in front of Shinjuku Station, with Hachi watching from the sidelines, highlighting the bittersweet nature of achieving dreams while navigating personal relationships.
My Opinion
The film masterfully captures contemporary Japan's complex dynamics of friendship, ambition, and love. As a sequel to the first NANA film, it successfully builds upon the established characters while introducing new dramatic elements that test their relationships and personal growth. The decision to recast certain roles, particularly Yui Ichikawa as Hachi (replacing Aoi Miyazaki), brings a fresh perspective to the character dynamics.
The movie's strength lies in its honest portrayal of young adults facing real-life challenges, from career aspirations to complicated romantic relationships. The parallel storylines of the two Nanas effectively illustrate how pursuing dreams and finding happiness don't always align perfectly, as emphasized by the poignant question posed in the film: "Why are achieving dreams and finding happiness two different things?"
Director Kentaro Otani maintains the authentic feel of the popular manga source material while bringing a cinematic quality to the musical performances and emotional scenes. The film shows how personal choices and professional ambitions can strain even the strongest friendships. It is a compelling drama that resonates with viewers beyond its Japanese cultural context.
Watch the Trailer
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